Customs House Museum January 2017 Exhibits and Activities
January 2, 2017
Clarksville, TN – The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is located in historic downtown Clarksville, Tennessee. Come explore an entire city block featuring large gallery spaces filled with fine art, science and history.
Some of the events in January at the Museum are: Cut: An Invitational Exhibition, Christmas Town, Portraits of David Iacovazzi‐Pau, Slave and Slaveholders of Wessyngton Plantation, and Utility & Beauty: The Glass of Emmanuel Studio.
Slave and Slaveholders of Wessyngton Plantation
Frazier Allen: 12 Resolutions for 2017
January 1, 2017
Start the new year right by reviewing and revamping your financial plan.
Clarksville, TN – Instead of hauling out those familiar New Year’s resolutions about eating less and exercising more, how about focusing on something that’s also very good for you in the long run – and even sooner?
We’re talking about your financial plan – your fiscal health, if you will. The approach of 2017 is a great time to review your plan and make any necessary revisions. With that in mind, here are 12 suggested resolutions that, if followed, can help ensure that your later years will be financially secure.
Frazier Allen
Winter/Spring Clarksville Parks and Recreation Activity Guide now available
December 29, 2016
Clarksville, TN – We’re ringing in the new year by releasing the new 2017 Winter/Spring Clarksville Parks and Recreation Activity Guide a little bit early.
The Activity Guide is full of over seventy-five different activities and special events occurring between the months of January and April in the City’s parks, recreation centers and indoor pool.
Dunbar Cave State Park to hold First Day Hike on January 1st, 2017
December 27, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Dunbar Cave State Park located at 401 Old Dunbar Cave Road will hold a First Day Hike on January 1st, 2017. Come out and join them on their first hike of the year! The hike will start at 8:30am and end around 9:30am.
They will walk the 1 mile Short Loop Trail and see if any animals are out and stirring. This is a moderate hike so wear good walking shoes. It is suitable for all ages.
Everyone will meet up at the Dunbar Cave Visitor Center.
Dunbar Cave State Park Visitor Center.
Queen City Road Race T-shirt contest for kids
December 24, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Calling all budding artists in grades 1st through 5th, Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Queen City Road Race T-shirt design contest is back and the best drawing will be featured on the official 2017 event t-shirt!
The Queen City Road Race, sponsored by Cumberland Bank and Trust, will take place Saturday, May 6th beginning at 8:00am at Austin Peay’s Fortera Stadium. The event will include a 5K, 10K, and One-Mile Walk/Run.
Queen City Road Race .
APSU 2016: A Year in Review
December 23, 2016
Clarksville, TN – In a few months, Austin Peay State University will officially turn 90, and anyone who happened to be on campus when the school first opened in the late 1920s would likely not recognize it today.
Students enjoy a beautiful spring day at Austin Peay State University. (Taylor Slifko, APSU)
28 Austin Peay State University students selected for Who’s Who Among Students
December 20, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Twenty-eight Austin Peay State University students were recently selected for inclusion in Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges for the 2016-2017 academic year.
These 28 individuals will be officially recognized at the Student Organization and Leader Awards on April 19th, at Austin Peay.
Austin Peay State University Campus. (APSU)
Tickets on sale now for Clarksville’s fifth annual Chocolate Affair
December 20, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Join Clarksville Parks and Recreation for this year’s Chocolate Affair on Saturday, February 4th, 2017 at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center located at 1190 Cumberland Drive. The event will feature sweet and savory samples from over 20 local and national businesses.
Montgomery County Animal Care and Control receives PetSmart Grant
December 20, 2016
Montgomery County, TN – Montgomery County Animal Care and Control is pleased to be the recipient of a $10,000.00 PetSmart Charities grant. This grant provides emergency medical funds for the 56 dogs that were rescued from a house fire in November.
“PetSmart Charities continues to be a great partner and supporter of our facility,” stated Animal Control Director Jeanette Farrell.
Montgomery County Animal Care and Control
Austin Peay State University’s TRiO program honors its 2016 Winter Graduates
December 19, 2016
Clarksville, TN – A week before Austin Peay State University hosted its winter commencement ceremony, a small celebration took place on the second floor of the Morgan University Center.
While jazz music played lightly in the background, eight students who participated in the University’s federally funded TRiO Support Services program were honored for their perseverance during a graduate recognition ceremony.
December graduates are honored during the TRIO Graduate Recognition Ceremony on Thursday, December 1st, 2016 at Austin Peay State University. (Cassidy Graves, APSU)
